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Join us in celebrating the achievements of these dedicated organizations and individuals that make Louisiana’s nonprofit sector strong!

The LANO Force for Good Awards pay tribute to Louisiana nonprofit organizations and individuals whose practices create excellence. Winners are outstanding models of mission achievement and community impact – and continue to create Louisiana’s culture.

To register for the 4th Annual Force for Good Luncheon for just $45.00, click here. To register for the luncheon and the 2017 Annual Conference, please click here (Luncheon is included in conference registration).

Nonprofit of the Year-

This award is presented to a nonprofit organization whose exceptional delivery of services to the community sets a high standard of quality and impact. While the organization serves as an exemplary model overall, particular focus may be given to board excellence, programmatic evaluation and impact, fundraising, innovation, vision and collaborations with other entities. The organization demonstrates ways in which they set the bar for effective nonprofit strategy, execution and lasting community impact.

Leadership Award-

The Leadership Award will honor a person who has demonstrated the capacity to make decisions consistent with the mission and scope of the nonprofit organization. This leader rallies people and maximizes the potential of staff and volunteers. This individual continuously achieves mission-consistent results.

· The benefits of the nominee’s contribution to strengthening Louisiana’s nonprofit sector

· Preference will be given to those organizations or individuals who are LANO Members

Submission Instructions and Timeline

Entries must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 31st, 2017.

Applications must be submitted online (below) and all attachments must be submitted in PDF format. Narratives must not exceed 3 pages.

The awards will be presented at the LANO Annual Conference on August 17, 2017 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. The awards luncheon begins at noon. Both the nominator and nominees will be notified of award status.

1. Organization’s mission, description, history and goals (for Nonprofit Organization of the Year nominees) OR professional bio (for Leadership nominees)

2. Reason for nomination and impact of the organization or individual – Why does this organization/individual deserve to be recognized? Include collaborations, recent and noteworthy projects/activities, constituency served, or other examples.

The nominee and the nominator will be notified about award outcomes. Thank you for your interest.

a. Letter(s) of endorsement/testimonials

b. Support materials

i. Annual reports, brochures

ii. Images, video (YouTube links only)

Nomination is for: *

Nonprofit Organization of the YearIndividual Leadership Award

Name of Nominated Org/Individual *

Name of Contact: *

Contact Email: *

Address of nominated:

City: *

Zip: *

Telephone: *

Attach a PDF narrative (hover for info or see guidelines above) *1. Organization’s mission, description, history and goals (for Nonprofit Organization of the Year nominees) OR professional bio (for Leadership nominees)2. Reason for nomination and impact of the organization or individual – Why does this organization/individual deserve to be recognized? Include collaborations, recent and noteworthy projects/activities, constituency served, or other examples.3. Most recent audited financial statement (for Nonprofit Organization of the Year)4. Optional items (electronic copies):a. Letter(s) of endorsement/testimonialsb. Support materials i. Annual reports, brochuresii. Images, video (YouTube links only)iii. Any other material that would be helpful to the awards committee